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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

LR09 RZOMOT history

LR09 RZO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 25 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 232,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

LR09 RZO black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
232,437 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 RZO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 RZO was last recorded at 232,437 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 48,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,429 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
48,008 miles
Average per year
13,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 232,437 miles
  • 2025 – 184,429 miles
  • 2024 – 168,972 miles
  • 2023 – 160,144 miles
  • 2022 – 152,666 miles
  • 2021 – 143,328 miles
  • 2020 – 134,791 miles
  • 2019 – 133,409 miles
  • 2018 – 122,704 miles
  • 2017 – 113,832 miles
  • 2016 – 100,784 miles
  • 2015 – 84,342 miles
  • 2014 – 68,311 miles
  • 2013 – 53,610 miles
  • 2012 – 37,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,437 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,437 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    232,437 miles
    Test number
    726496728876
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail232,437 miles (+48,008)2 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,437 miles
    Test number
    727487624913
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass184,429 miles (+15,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    184,429 miles
    Test number
    256535790224
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass168,972 miles (+8,828)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    168,972 miles
    Test number
    979772490680
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass160,144 miles (+7,478)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    160,144 miles
    Test number
    793423194037
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement facing rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement facing rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass152,666 miles (+9,338)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    152,666 miles
    Test number
    985438545278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,328 miles (+8,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    143,328 miles
    Test number
    705982174041
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,791 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,791 miles
    Test number
    393256628323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,409 miles (+10,705)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    133,409 miles
    Test number
    566169972809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,704 miles (+8,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,704 miles
    Test number
    436531051532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass113,832 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,832 miles
    Test number
    762956693601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail113,828 miles (+13,044)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,828 miles
    Test number
    824085207071
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass100,784 miles (+16,442)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,784 miles
    Test number
    632914909986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,342 miles (+16,031)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,342 miles
    Test number
    166872065401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,311 miles (+14,701)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,311 miles
    Test number
    765953254048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass53,610 miles (+16,069)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,610 miles
    Test number
    127827063068
    • NoteO/s park brake cable outer cover cracking

  17. Pass37,541 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,541 miles
    Test number
    238175302175
    • NoteO/s handbrake cable corroded

Questions about LR09 RZO

Does LR09 RZO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 RZO is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 RZO?
The MOT on LR09 RZO is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 RZO done?
LR09 RZO was recorded at 232,437 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 13,931 miles a year.
Has LR09 RZO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 RZO has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 RZO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR09 RZO find?
LR09 RZO passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front lower suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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